Chili Pepper Pickles

Chili Pepper Pickles are a vibrant and tangy side dish that adds a spicy kick to any Korean meal. Perfect for enhancing the flavors of rice and other vegetarian dishes, these pickles are both refreshing and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Korean chili peppers - 200 grams
• Water - 250 ml
• Rice vinegar - 100 ml
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Salt - 30 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Wash the Korean chili peppers and remove the stems. If you prefer less heat, you can slice them open and remove some seeds.
2. In a saucepan, combine water, rice vinegar, sugar, salt, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Heat over medium until the sugar and salt dissolve, then remove from heat.
3. Allow the brine mixture to cool to room temperature.
4. Place the chili peppers in a clean glass jar and pour the cooled brine over them, ensuring they are fully submerged.
5. Seal the jar tightly and let it sit at room temperature for 24 hours to pickle.
6. After 24 hours, sprinkle sesame seeds over the pickles before serving. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

• Calories: 50
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 1200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 0 g
• Saturated Fat: 0 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from chili peppers, which may help reduce inflammation.
• Low in calories, making it a healthy addition to meals.

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